stylish

adjective

styl·​ish ˈstī-lish How to pronounce stylish (audio)
Synonyms of stylishnext
: having style
specifically : conforming to current fashion
stylishly adverb
stylishness noun

Examples of stylish in a Sentence

a pretty, stylish dress
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A little lighting can also go a long way toward adding ambience and safety after dark, from a stylish wall lantern (now 87% off) to shatterproof LED string lights that don’t require a plug-in. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2026 But after reopening with a stylish, colorful new interior, Calle 75 shuttered its dining room weeks later and restricted public access to the takeout window. Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026 These aren’t random clearance leftovers—they’re practical, stylish finds that’ll carry you straight into spring trips and beyond. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2026 The KuaiLu Flip Flops for Women are praised by nearly 14,000 reviewers for their arch support, stylish design and value for money. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stylish

Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stylish was in 1785

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“Stylish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stylish. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.

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stylish

adjective
styl·​ish ˈstī-lish How to pronounce stylish (audio)
: having style
especially : fashionable
stylishly adverb
stylishness noun

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